We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Very Professional"
Karen S on April 2021
We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Very Professional"
Karen S on April 2021
With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.
With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.
2D Professionals, LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOB) and a Licensed Government Contractor. We have been serving the Triangle and the surrounding areas since 2005; and, we provide professional services for your home or business needs, as well as, government & municipal facilities across the Carolinas. Our services include retaining walls, hardscapes & landscaping for your exterior space. On the interior, we are a Shaw flooring dealer; and, can provide all your Carpet and Vinyl Plank (LVT) needs. We also provide Ceramic Tile, Paint, Ceiling Tile & Woodwork services, as well. Call today for a free site evaluation and estimate!
"David and Terry were both amazing to work with but words cannot describe the dedication and work ethic of their team. The most hard working detail oriented staff imaginable. We were over the moon with the process and the result. If you are considering a project do not hesitate to put your trust in this company. They were communicative and present before, during and after every step of the process to make sure we were happy. I would give 10 stars if I could. "
Susan M on May 2025
2D Professionals, LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOB) and a Licensed Government Contractor. We have been serving the Triangle and the surrounding areas since 2005; and, we provide professional services for your home or business needs, as well as, government & municipal facilities across the Carolinas. Our services include retaining walls, hardscapes & landscaping for your exterior space. On the interior, we are a Shaw flooring dealer; and, can provide all your Carpet and Vinyl Plank (LVT) needs. We also provide Ceramic Tile, Paint, Ceiling Tile & Woodwork services, as well. Call today for a free site evaluation and estimate!
"David and Terry were both amazing to work with but words cannot describe the dedication and work ethic of their team. The most hard working detail oriented staff imaginable. We were over the moon with the process and the result. If you are considering a project do not hesitate to put your trust in this company. They were communicative and present before, during and after every step of the process to make sure we were happy. I would give 10 stars if I could. "
Susan M on May 2025
Big Dan's Mowing is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"I am very happy with the work they provided me. They were very professional and responsible, and the most impressive thing was the communication between the clients. I will definitely be hiring them for future projects."
evanggly a on May 2025
Big Dan's Mowing is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"I am very happy with the work they provided me. They were very professional and responsible, and the most impressive thing was the communication between the clients. I will definitely be hiring them for future projects."
evanggly a on May 2025
At West Wall, we are passionate about transforming your outdoor living space with our hardscape solutions. Whether you need a patio, a walkway, a retaining wall, a driveway, an outdoor kitchen, or any other hardscape project, we have the skills, the experience, and the vision to make it happen. We work with you to design and install hardscapes that suit your style, budget, and needs. We use only the best materials and the latest techniques to ensure that your outdoor space is durable, functional, and beautiful. Most Importantly we pride ourselves on our customer service, which means we listen to your feedback, communicate clearly, and deliver on our promises. When you choose West Wall, you choose quality, creativity, and satisfaction.
"I highly recommend West Wall. All around great service, Brian and his crew were very approachable and patient with us during construction. They kept the worksite clean everyday! We love the final result. We met with 4 other contractors and are extremely happy we chose West Wall! Thank you very much to Brian and his team for transforming our yard and making our vision come to life."
Sienna R on January 2024
At West Wall, we are passionate about transforming your outdoor living space with our hardscape solutions. Whether you need a patio, a walkway, a retaining wall, a driveway, an outdoor kitchen, or any other hardscape project, we have the skills, the experience, and the vision to make it happen. We work with you to design and install hardscapes that suit your style, budget, and needs. We use only the best materials and the latest techniques to ensure that your outdoor space is durable, functional, and beautiful. Most Importantly we pride ourselves on our customer service, which means we listen to your feedback, communicate clearly, and deliver on our promises. When you choose West Wall, you choose quality, creativity, and satisfaction.
"I highly recommend West Wall. All around great service, Brian and his crew were very approachable and patient with us during construction. They kept the worksite clean everyday! We love the final result. We met with 4 other contractors and are extremely happy we chose West Wall! Thank you very much to Brian and his team for transforming our yard and making our vision come to life."
Sienna R on January 2024
Outdoor living can become true with Designcraft. Quality craftmanship, outstanding Customer Service. We can build you outdoor kitchen patio, pond, waterfall, fireplace. Over 35 years of experience in residential and commercial construction , stone and masonry Visit our website and see what our Customers are saying about us: www.Designcraftllc.com, or call us 919 809-4194
"Great! They went above and beyond to make sure everything looked great!"
Jeff K on April 2025
Outdoor living can become true with Designcraft. Quality craftmanship, outstanding Customer Service. We can build you outdoor kitchen patio, pond, waterfall, fireplace. Over 35 years of experience in residential and commercial construction , stone and masonry Visit our website and see what our Customers are saying about us: www.Designcraftllc.com, or call us 919 809-4194
"Great! They went above and beyond to make sure everything looked great!"
Jeff K on April 2025
Transform your outdoor space with our comprehensive services! We specialize in hardscaping, lawn irrigation, landscape lighting, landscaping, and fencing, creating beautiful and functional outdoor environments. Our skilled team delivers high-quality craftsmanship, from designing elegant hardscapes and installing efficient irrigation systems to enhancing your property with custom lighting, lush landscapes, and durable fencing. We’re dedicated to bringing your vision to life with attention to detail and a focus on customer satisfaction. Contact us today for a free consultation and start planning your dream outdoor space!
"I hired Miguel to build a patio in my backyard, and it turned out to be one of the worst decisions I’ve ever made. We agreed on a 30x14 paver design for $5,700, including all labor and materials. However, Miguel showed up with only 40 pavers anyone with common sense knows that’s nowhere near enough for a space that size. Because of his poor planning (or intentional deceit), I had to pay for an additional 40 pavers and agree to a last-minute change in design just to get the job done. In total, I ended up paying over $7,900 more than $2,000 over our original agreement and I still didn’t get the design we agreed upon. He also purchased rocks in colors we never discussed, which clashed with everything and forced me to spend even more money. His so called retainer wall was so poorly constructed that I had to hire a second contractor to fix it, costing me an additional $2,000. The final product? Mismatched, two toned pavers, rushed work, and shoddy craftsmanship. On top of that, Miguel had the audacity to charge me extra because his workers had to put in more hours all due to his own lack of preparation and failure to follow our agreement. His lack of professionalism, accountability, and honesty is appalling. I wouldn’t trust this man to build a sandcastle. What I’ve learned from this mess: never pay a contractor without getting an itemized list, double check the materials yourself, and don’t assume people will be honest just because they seem nice. If I had the time and energy, I’d take him to court. But truthfully, I believe karma will handle it because there’s no way good will come to someone who operates this deceitfully. Save yourself the money and stress — do not hire Miguel"
Danielle B on May 2025
Transform your outdoor space with our comprehensive services! We specialize in hardscaping, lawn irrigation, landscape lighting, landscaping, and fencing, creating beautiful and functional outdoor environments. Our skilled team delivers high-quality craftsmanship, from designing elegant hardscapes and installing efficient irrigation systems to enhancing your property with custom lighting, lush landscapes, and durable fencing. We’re dedicated to bringing your vision to life with attention to detail and a focus on customer satisfaction. Contact us today for a free consultation and start planning your dream outdoor space!
"I hired Miguel to build a patio in my backyard, and it turned out to be one of the worst decisions I’ve ever made. We agreed on a 30x14 paver design for $5,700, including all labor and materials. However, Miguel showed up with only 40 pavers anyone with common sense knows that’s nowhere near enough for a space that size. Because of his poor planning (or intentional deceit), I had to pay for an additional 40 pavers and agree to a last-minute change in design just to get the job done. In total, I ended up paying over $7,900 more than $2,000 over our original agreement and I still didn’t get the design we agreed upon. He also purchased rocks in colors we never discussed, which clashed with everything and forced me to spend even more money. His so called retainer wall was so poorly constructed that I had to hire a second contractor to fix it, costing me an additional $2,000. The final product? Mismatched, two toned pavers, rushed work, and shoddy craftsmanship. On top of that, Miguel had the audacity to charge me extra because his workers had to put in more hours all due to his own lack of preparation and failure to follow our agreement. His lack of professionalism, accountability, and honesty is appalling. I wouldn’t trust this man to build a sandcastle. What I’ve learned from this mess: never pay a contractor without getting an itemized list, double check the materials yourself, and don’t assume people will be honest just because they seem nice. If I had the time and energy, I’d take him to court. But truthfully, I believe karma will handle it because there’s no way good will come to someone who operates this deceitfully. Save yourself the money and stress — do not hire Miguel"
Danielle B on May 2025
*****We are currently taking INSTALL projects. We are not taking any small repairs or anything less than 200sqft at this time. PLEASE visit our website to request an estimate. WWW.HOLLANDSHARDSCAPES.COM***** Holland's Hardscapes was created by Steven & Shannon Holland with the mission to provide their clients with the highest quality hardscape construction through knowledge and experience. They love the unique challenge that comes with each residential hardscape project and thrive on making the vision a reality! We are a company that can provide many different services to complete and put together a unique hardscape project. We offer full Landscape Designs, Retaining and Sitting Walls, Firepits and Fireplaces, Paver patios and Stamped concrete, Landscape lighting, and more. Steven has worked in this field for over 12 years and has great experience to help accomplish our customers goals. All of our projects are designed by Steven while incorporating the ideas our customers may have. We work closely with our customers to bring in all aspects of the outdoor living area they are looking for. We understand it is an exciting project for our Homeowners and we are just as excited to create their outdoor dream for them!
"Demolition and new build on a 40' retaining wall, about 2.5' high, at my foundation. The experience could not have been better. Fast consultation and estimate, competitive price, timely project start. Knowledgable about local soil conditions. Construction was professional-- solid footing, good drainage and backfill, with very nice block work. I highly recommend Holland's Hardscapes."
Chal V on April 2025
*****We are currently taking INSTALL projects. We are not taking any small repairs or anything less than 200sqft at this time. PLEASE visit our website to request an estimate. WWW.HOLLANDSHARDSCAPES.COM***** Holland's Hardscapes was created by Steven & Shannon Holland with the mission to provide their clients with the highest quality hardscape construction through knowledge and experience. They love the unique challenge that comes with each residential hardscape project and thrive on making the vision a reality! We are a company that can provide many different services to complete and put together a unique hardscape project. We offer full Landscape Designs, Retaining and Sitting Walls, Firepits and Fireplaces, Paver patios and Stamped concrete, Landscape lighting, and more. Steven has worked in this field for over 12 years and has great experience to help accomplish our customers goals. All of our projects are designed by Steven while incorporating the ideas our customers may have. We work closely with our customers to bring in all aspects of the outdoor living area they are looking for. We understand it is an exciting project for our Homeowners and we are just as excited to create their outdoor dream for them!
"Demolition and new build on a 40' retaining wall, about 2.5' high, at my foundation. The experience could not have been better. Fast consultation and estimate, competitive price, timely project start. Knowledgable about local soil conditions. Construction was professional-- solid footing, good drainage and backfill, with very nice block work. I highly recommend Holland's Hardscapes."
Chal V on April 2025
Timesavers Landscaping proudly serves Cary, Apex, and the greater Research Triangle area. We deliver year-round, landscaping with a focus on drainage solutions, hardscaping, as well as design & installation. Our commitment to quality, integrity, and timely service is what we are all about. We are fully licensed and insured, and we take pride in doing the job right the first time. Call today for a FREE estimate. Let’s build something great!
"Attributes - Promptness, Pricing, Quality work and highly personal. I hired Eric for a driveway culvert extension. He called me the day of my request and was at my house a couple days later to work up the quote. His quote was reasonable and he let us know he would be able to do the job within a week. It is quite rare these days to have anyone in the service industry do anything in a timely manner. Eric had the job completed within 10 days of our initial conversation. Very impressive!! His job was thorough and quite impressive. I recommend him to anyone that is interested in landscaping service in the Roanoke Valley area."
Duke D on August 2024
Timesavers Landscaping proudly serves Cary, Apex, and the greater Research Triangle area. We deliver year-round, landscaping with a focus on drainage solutions, hardscaping, as well as design & installation. Our commitment to quality, integrity, and timely service is what we are all about. We are fully licensed and insured, and we take pride in doing the job right the first time. Call today for a FREE estimate. Let’s build something great!
"Attributes - Promptness, Pricing, Quality work and highly personal. I hired Eric for a driveway culvert extension. He called me the day of my request and was at my house a couple days later to work up the quote. His quote was reasonable and he let us know he would be able to do the job within a week. It is quite rare these days to have anyone in the service industry do anything in a timely manner. Eric had the job completed within 10 days of our initial conversation. Very impressive!! His job was thorough and quite impressive. I recommend him to anyone that is interested in landscaping service in the Roanoke Valley area."
Duke D on August 2024
We specialize in residential hardscape design and installation. Whether you have a blank slate or you would like to enhance your yard's features, we are the company you have been looking for! Do you dream of an inviting grill area and entertaining patio? What about a beautiful walkway, fire pit or outdoor fireplace? We provide excellent service at extremely competitive rates throughout the Raleigh/Durham area. We take pride in our work and it shows from our work ethic to the final result! A beautiful yard is possible, let us help! Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage has been servicing the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill areas for over 10 years. The company is owned and operated by Nicolas. We specialize in hardscape, drainage & grading design projects at extremely reasonable prices to meet your budget and needs. We warranty our hardscaping! Are you in the military or a veteran? Ask us about our military discount.**please note we do not pour or work with concrete.**
"Nicolas and his team did a great job grading our yard! With an expert level understanding of complex drainage issues, Nicolas easily identified and fixed a long-standing problem. Our crawl space in finally water free. Thanks Nicolas!"
Chris J on May 2025
We specialize in residential hardscape design and installation. Whether you have a blank slate or you would like to enhance your yard's features, we are the company you have been looking for! Do you dream of an inviting grill area and entertaining patio? What about a beautiful walkway, fire pit or outdoor fireplace? We provide excellent service at extremely competitive rates throughout the Raleigh/Durham area. We take pride in our work and it shows from our work ethic to the final result! A beautiful yard is possible, let us help! Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage has been servicing the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill areas for over 10 years. The company is owned and operated by Nicolas. We specialize in hardscape, drainage & grading design projects at extremely reasonable prices to meet your budget and needs. We warranty our hardscaping! Are you in the military or a veteran? Ask us about our military discount.**please note we do not pour or work with concrete.**
"Nicolas and his team did a great job grading our yard! With an expert level understanding of complex drainage issues, Nicolas easily identified and fixed a long-standing problem. Our crawl space in finally water free. Thanks Nicolas!"
Chris J on May 2025
Most railroad tie retaining walls have a life span of 20 to 30 years, though you may need to replace your wall sooner if it's repeatedly exposed to heavy rain, runoff, and excess moisture. The creosote treatment in traditional railroad ties helps resist rot and insects, but proper drainage is essential for maximizing longevity. Regular inspections and prompt repairs of minor issues can help extend your wall's useful life.
Creosote-treated railroad ties can pose health risks if used near edible plants or children's play areas. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) notes that creosote may be harmful to humans and wildlife. Many localities restrict or prohibit creosote-treated wood in residential settings. For garden applications, consider alternative materials like recycled plastic composite ties or lumber treated with more garden-friendly preservatives.
The ideal drainage solution depends on your specific site conditions and wall height. For most residential applications, a combination of gravel backfill and perforated drain pipe works effectively.
A complete drainage system costs between $2,100 and $6,500, though basic solutions start at $500. Proper drainage prevents water pressure buildup behind your wall, significantly reducing the risk of failure and extending its useful life.
For walls under four feet tall on relatively flat terrain, you can proceed without engineering services. However, walls exceeding four feet, those on steep slopes, or projects with unusual soil conditions require professional engineering input.
A structural engineer can design appropriate footings and reinforcement to ensure your wall safely handles the lateral soil pressure it will face.
Railroad tie retaining walls start at $15 to $25 per square foot, with most projects averaging $25 to $30 per square foot, depending on complexity and site prep. This makes them more affordable than natural stone or concrete block walls initially.
While vinyl options may cost less upfront ($10 to $15 per square foot), railroad ties offer superior aesthetics and strength. Though they require more maintenance than masonry options, their lower initial cost makes them attractive for many homeowners.